Utility Worker I/Trainee—Launch Your Utilities Career

Pasco Police Department; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Utilities is seeking a Utility Worker I/Trainee to learn and assist in the operation and maintenance of wastewater collection and transmission systems. The role includes on-call duties and a potential 5‑year career path advancing through several wastewater technician roles.

Responsibilities include installation, repairs, and routine service work, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and coordination with contractors.

Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and perform strenuous physical labor.
• Ability to work outside, occasionally under adverse conditions.
• On-call duty on a rotating basis.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, maintenance and repairs of collection lines, force mains, lift stations, and plant facilities.
• Respond to service requests and emergency callouts for repairing and servicing routine and major wastewater line breaks.
• Complete daily work orders on laptop or mobile device using asset management software.
• GPS wastewater assets and update records.
• Investi gates customer complaints and document findings on work orders.
• Maintain stock of materials on assigned vehicle for new connections and repairs.
• Interacts with public contractors and vendors professionally.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Driving a truck

Operate line clearing equipment

Read and interpret plans

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Line clearing equipment

Pumps

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Pasco County Utilities is seeking a Utility Worker I/Trainee to learn and assist in the operation and maintenance of wastewater collection and transmission systems. The role includes on-call duties and a potential 5‑year career path advancing through several wastewater technician roles.

Responsibilities include installation, repairs, and routine service work, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and coordination with contractors.